Alarm & Detection Technician

Western States Fire Protection; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan with Matching

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement

Gym membership reimbursement

Job summary

A dedicated company focused on life safety systems is looking for an experienced Alarm & Detection Technician. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality customer support through inspections, installations, and maintenance of fire alarm equipment. Success in this role requires strong communication skills, technical expertise, and the ability to manage projects from start to finish.

Qualifications

• NICET I Certification required, NICET II preferred within 1 year.
• OSHA 30 certification or willingness to acquire.
• Minimum of 2 years service or installation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspecting, installing, repairing, and maintaining fire alarm equipment.
• Site verification of fire alarm installations.
• Coordination with engineers and clients.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Technical Knowledge of Fire Alarm Systems

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College or Tech School

Job description

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Mainline Fire Protection is a division of Western States Fire Protection (WSFP). WSFP and its subsidiaries are more than a company. We are a family of unique individuals committed to our purpose, our values, and each other and we believe in making our own luck, creating our own opportunities. WSFP accomplishes this by constantly innovating, finding ways to create new value and seizing new opportunities.

Protecting lives and property since 1985, WSFP and its subsidiaries specializes in Life Safety Systems. Our values are simple: integrity, quality, safety, professionalism, commitment.

What We Offer

• Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistant Program
• Flex Spending (FSA) (Cafeteria Plan) and HSA
• 401(k) Plan – Matching up to 3%
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Profit Sharing Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Parental Leave, Paid Pregnancy Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Annual Discretionary Bonus
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Gym membership reimbursement
  
  

Alarm & Detection Technician

The function of this position is to provide reliable, high quality customer support through on-site inspecting, installing, repairing and/or replacing fire alarm equipment as well as conducting preventive maintenance services pertaining to many different manufacturers equipment. Western States Fire Protection is looking for an experienced Fire Alarm Technician. The preferred candidate will be outgoing, highly self-motivated, and able to problem solve. They will have strong communication skills and a professional image as well as able to handle all aspects of a project from install to programming, strong troubleshooting skills, and service work.

Job Responsibilities

• Site verification of fire alarm installations
• Analysis of blue prints
• Coordination with other disciplines, engineers, general contractors and end users
• Interact with clients, field personnel and Fire Marshals
• Permit management
• Management of Fire Alarm Installations from conception to completion
  
  

Job Qualifications

• NICET I Certification
• NICET II Certification within 1 year after NICET I is achieved
• OSHA 30 or willing to acquire within 1 year
• Manufacturers certificates is preferred
• Minimum of 2 years service or install experience is preferred
• Solid knowledge of NFPA 72, Factory Mutual and applicable codes
• Knowledgeable with programming and troubleshooting multiple fire alarm panel manufacturers
• High school diploma or equivalent, College or Tech School preferred
• Possess a valid drivers license in accordance with company policy, and be willing to travel within the state
• Willing to pass a post-offer drug test, background and reference check
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50lbs with or without reasonable accommodation
• Regular bending, reaching, climbing and walking
  
  

All qualified applicants with Western States Fire Protection Company will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Construction

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